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Providing an Advance Payment Notification (APN) reference number is mandatory for payments exceeding R50,000 before customs clearance is completed. Learn:
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Q: Buying FCA, the goods arrived damaged, due to incorrect stowage of the container; is the seller liable?
A: Determining liability for damage to goods during transit due to poor stowage will depend on the buyer's instructions and the customary trade practices in the relevant industry or region.
INDUSTRY NEWS?
Business Visas: the dtic Launches New Online System
The Business Visa Recommendation System (VRS) is a new online platform that is designed to simplify and accelerate business visa applications.?
Africa: Bold Reforms and Investment Fuel Economic Growth?
A new report from the African Development Bank (AfDB) reveals that Africa is now the second-fastest-growing regional economy globally.
Unpacking South Africa's Evolving Economic Landscape
The Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS) reports on provincial developments up to 2023, focusing on GDP, population, employment, business location, and infrastructure.
Boost Your Exports: Western Cape's ECEP Fund is Now Open!
Financial support is being offered through the Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (ECEP) to help Western Cape businesses reach international markets.
OECD's Guide to Effective Government Centres
The OECD's new guide offers practical advice for government centers (CoGs) navigating complex challenges.
SARS UPDATE
Changes to Excise Duties Effective from 12 March 2025
After the National Budget Speech, specific excise duties on alcoholic beverages increased by 6.75% and tobacco products increased by 4.75 to 6.75%.
South Africa's Trade Deficit Widens in January 2025
Imports saw a substantial increase, whereas exports decreased month-on-month, particularly in gold, vehicles, and PGMs.
SARS to Withdraw All Ultra Vires Customs Concessions
SARS will withdraw non-compliant customs concessions, giving affected parties 21 days to submit reasons why their concessions should not be withdrawn.
Mandatory Invoice Data on Customs Declarations
SARS is requiring all electronic customs declarations to include detailed invoice data, effective April 1, 2025.
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